Özil: "Khedira is one of the best players in the world in his position"

Mesut Özil has been one of the stars of Euro 2012 so far and is targeting lifting the trophy with Germany. In an interview with N-tv he discussed the latest goings-on both at Real Madrid and in Poland and the Ukraine.

Responding to Mourinho’s statements that he is the best number 10 in the world, Özil said: "Of course it makes me happy. He’s my manager and he knows what I’m capable of. When he says something like that it flatters me”. Mesut also refused to compare his club manager with Germany boss Joachim Löw: "They are both great coaches and among the best in the world. I’m really lucky to have the chance to develop under their management".

Özil had only praise for Sami Khedira, his Real Madrid and Germany teammate. "He is a really important player for the national team. For me he’s one of the best players in the world in his position. I really enjoy playing with him because he’s become a good friend. He has got stronger and more consistent at Madrid".

Finally, about Mourinho’s alleged interest in Bayern Munich full-back and captain Philipp Lahm, Özil stated: "Philipp has proven that he is a world-class player over several years. He would be a valuable addition for a lot of clubs, including ours, of course".